Taylor County, TX
Section 8 Fair Market Rents · FY 2026
Fair Market Rents by bedroom size
HUD sets FMRs annually. Local PHAs set their payment standards at 90–110% of FMR (higher with HUD approval) — the ranges below are estimates; confirm with the housing authority.
| Bedroom size | Fair Market Rent | Est. payment standard range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,010/mo | $909 – $1,111/mo |
| 1 BR | $1,020/mo | $918 – $1,122/mo |
| 2 BR | $1,276/mo | $1,148 – $1,404/mo |
| 3 BR | $1,653/mo | $1,488 – $1,818/mo |
| 4 BR | $1,987/mo | $1,788 – $2,186/mo |
Fair Market Rent by unit size — Taylor County, TX (FY 2026)
Source: HUD FY 2026 data for Taylor County. Payment standard ranges shown are 90–110% of FMR; actual standards vary by housing authority.
Housing authorities serving Taylor County
This county is served by 2 housing authorities. Each may have its own waiting list, payment standards, and application requirements.
- Housing Authority of Merkel
PO Box 417, Merkel, TX, 79536 · 3259284891
- Housing Authority of the City of Abilene
1149 E South 11th St, Abilene, TX, 79602 · 3256766385
Am I eligible?
To qualify for a Housing Choice Voucher in Taylor County, your household's gross annual income generally must be at or below the limits below (50% of area median income, as set by HUD). Most agencies are required to prioritize applicants at or below 30% AMI for at least 75% of new vouchers.
| Household size | Max gross annual income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $32,250 |
| 2 people | $36,850 |
| 3 people | $41,450 |
| 4 people | $46,050 |
| 5 people | $49,750 |
| 6 people | $53,450 |
| 7 people | $57,150 |
| 8 people | $60,800 |
Source: HUD Income Limits, 2026. Meeting the income limit does not guarantee a voucher — waiting lists, local preferences, and funding levels vary by housing authority. Learn more about eligibility →
Income-restricted housing in Taylor County
These properties were built or rehabilitated using the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program and must rent a portion of units below market rate. Many, but not all, accept Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers — contact the property directly to confirm current availability and voucher acceptance.
- Elderly
HERITAGE HEIGHTS AT ABILENE
2501 ROSS AVENUE, ABILENE, TX, 7960540 income-restricted units of 48 totalBuilt 2023Compliance through ~2053 - Elderly
TRAILS AT ABILENE
801 BLOCK ES 27TH STREET, ABILENE, TX, 7960240 income-restricted units of 48 totalBuilt 20224% LIHTCCompliance through ~2052 THE RESIDENCE AT AUTUMN SAGE
5801 AUTUMN SAGE LANE, ABILENE, TX, 7960628 income-restricted units of 35 totalBuilt 20184% LIHTCCompliance through ~2048- Elderly
TYLOR GRAND
3702 ROLLING GREEN DR, ABILENE, TX, 79606120 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2013Compliance through ~2043 - Elderly
LA VENTANA APTS
2109 STATE HIGHWAY 351, ABILENE, TX, 7960184 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20134% LIHTCCompliance through ~2043 ANSON PARK SENIORS
2249 VOGEL ST, ABILENE, TX, 7960380 income-restricted units56 1BR, 24 2BRBuilt 2010Tax-exempt bondCompliance through ~2040ARBORS AT ROSE PARK
2702 S SEVENTH ST, ABILENE, TX, 7960577 income-restricted units of 80 total64 1BR, 16 2BRBuilt 20074% LIHTCCompliance through ~2037- Elderly
ANSON PARK II
3102 OLD ANSON RD, ABILENE, TX, 7960364 income-restricted units of 80 total16 1BR, 36 2BR, 12 3BRBuilt 20064% LIHTCCompliance through ~2036 - Elderly
ANSON PARK
2934 OLD ANSON RD, ABILENE, TX, 7960360 income-restricted units of 64 total16 2BR, 48 3BRBuilt 20054% LIHTCCompliance through ~2035 - Elderly
CARVER TOWNHOMES
800 MESQUITE ST, ABILENE, TX, 7960118 income-restricted unitsBuilt 20034% LIHTCCompliance through ~2033 SUNSET ARBOR TOWNHOMES
3033 W LAKE RD, ABILENE, TX, 79601220 income-restricted unitsBuilt 2002Compliance through ~2032CANTERBURY CROSSING APTS
1250 YEOMANS RD, ABILENE, TX, 79602304 income-restricted units96 1BR, 108 2BR, 100 3BRBuilt 19964% LIHTCCompliance through ~2026
Source: HUD LIHTC Public-Use Database. Properties shown were placed in service within the last 35 years and may still be under compliance obligations. Verify availability, income limits, and voucher acceptance directly with each property. More on finding affordable housing →
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